1972 Austin Maxi vs. 1996 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Maxi weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1996 Morgan Plus 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Austin Maxi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1996 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Maxi | 1996 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Austin | Morgan |
Model | Maxi | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |